Sardine fish cakes with fennel, raisin & pine nut salad

Cover the raisins with justboiled water and set aside. Put the sardines in a bowl and mash with a fork. Tip in the breadcrumbs, cayenne, finely chopped parsley, lemon zest, yogurt, egg and some seasoning and stir together until well combined. Divide the mixture into 4 and shape into patties.

Heat 1 tsp oil in a large frying pan. Add the patties and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden. When the cakes are almost ready, scatter the pine nuts into the pan and let them toast for 2 minutes, or until golden.

Meanwhile, finely slice the fennel using a mandolin or a sharp knife, reserving the fronds. Drain the raisins and toss in a large bowl with the fennel, fennel fronds, remaining oil, lemon juice, toasted pine nuts and torn parsley. Season and serve with the fish cakes.